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Hydrangea paniculata 'Firelight'-Vibrant Flower Clusters-Ideal for Gardens 5 Gallon

Hydrangea paniculata 'Firelight'-Vibrant Flower Clusters-Ideal for Gardens 5 Gallon

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Hydrangea paniculata 'Firelight'

Hydrangea paniculata 'Firelight'

Description

The Hydrangea paniculata 'Firelight' is a stunning deciduous shrub known for its vibrant, cone-shaped flower clusters that transition from creamy white to a deep, fiery pink as the season progresses. This hardy plant is a favorite for adding dramatic color to gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for mixed borders, foundation plantings, and as a striking standalone specimen. Its flowers are excellent for cutting and can be used in fresh or dried floral arrangements.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Hydrangea paniculata 'Firelight'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Fire Light' Panicle Hydrangea
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 6-8 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Mid-summer to fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes, with adequate space
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: No
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic, but ingestion may cause mild stomach upset
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Roses, ornamental grasses, and other hydrangeas

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to encourage new growth
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch base to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage to blooms
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